Friday, 22 January 2021, 10:34 am
The Māori Party is welcoming the resignation of Oranga
Tamariki chief executive Grainne Moss after sustained
pressure from leading figures within the Māori
Party.
This resignation is the result of the continued
strong pressure of the Māori Party and our esteemed
members, the Kahurangi (Dames). We have forced Oranga
Tamariki into acknowledging the institutional racism,”
said Māori Party Co-leader Debbie
Ngarewa-Packer.
“Given that she has acknowledged the
continued failings and systemic racism on her watch, Grainne
Moss tendering her resignation was the only right thing to
do.
“Our Māori Party policy, released during the
Oranga Tamariki boss Grainne Moss steps down
21 Jan, 2021 09:30 PM
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Oranga Tamariki boss Grainne Moss has resigned, a move that comes after scrutiny and criticism of the organisation and the refusal of new Minister for Children Kelvin Davis to express confidence in her.
In a statement released by Public Service Commissioner Peter Hughes, Moss said it had been a privilege to lead the ministry for over four years through a time of significant transformation, challenge and change. I would like to acknowledge all those at Oranga Tamariki and our partner organisations who work tirelessly in some of the toughest environments.